Workday Project Manager (Toronto, Canada)

<p><b>Remote (Toronto-based)</b></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Full-Time/Permanent</b></p><p><b>No Active Opening - We are building a candidate pool for upcoming opportunities </b></p><p></p><p>Everforth TopBloc is a Workday boutique partner firm that provides fixed-time, fixed-price Workday deployment services and on-demand Workday support. Using our internal proprietary tool we are able to quickly implement Workday Human Capital Management, Payroll, and Financials business processes and technology, letting our customers focus on their business while they gain immediate value. Once live, we also provide expertise and resources as needed to support the customer’s individual Workday solution.</p><p></p><p>Everforth TopBloc is committed to providing employees with an environment that provides continuous learning, career development, and a sense of belonging. Our Project Management team is looking for a <b>Workday Project Manager</b> who is passionate about working in a collaborative environment and has the ambition to be a driver for success. </p><p></p><p><b> Requirements (What We’re Looking For):</b></p><ul><li><p>Workday Project Management certification from a Workday Services Partner Firm (Required)</p></li><li><p>1-3 years’ experience project managing Workday HCM implementations for medium or large enterprise organizations with a Workday partner firm (Required)</p></li><li><p>2+ years' Saas project management or software implementation experience (Required)</p></li><li><p>Experience with at least two HCM functional areas: Core HCM, Benefits, Talent Management, Payroll, Time Tracking, Compensation, Recruitment, or Absence Management (Required)</p></li><li><p>Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (Required)</p></li><li><p>French proficiency (Preferred)</p></li><li><p>Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint programs</p></li><li><p>Excellent organization, time management, business development and communication skills</p></li><li><p>Consulting experience either as an internal Workday consultant or with a consulting/software company is preferred</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Responsibilities (What You’ll Do):</b></p><ul><li><p>Manage the implementation of multiple Medium Enterprise Workday projects and initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment </p></li><li><p>Demonstrate competency in the Workday HCM and Payroll product suite</p></li><li><p>Work with TopBloc consultants to ensure projects are properly staffed and delivered</p></li><li><p>Assist in the sales cycle including but not limited to gathering requirements and helping with SOWs</p></li><li><p>Work with the clients project managers to identify/resolve all issues that could impact project scope and/or time frames</p></li><li><p>Assist in the transition of the customer from professional services to product support</p></li><li><p>Establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision</p></li><li><p>Work with clients on Workday best practices</p></li><li><p>Interact with colleagues, managers and clients face to face</p></li><li><p>Adapt to job requirement changes as the department grows</p></li><li><p>Report directly to one of our Managing or Senior Managing Project Managers</p></li><li><p>Travel 25% at client request</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Physical Requirements:</b></p><ul><li><p>Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Benefits (What We’re Offering):</b></p><ul><li><p>Competitive Base Salary with commission opportunities</p></li><li><p>Health, Dental and Vision Insurance</p></li><li><p>Long and Short-Term Disability</p></li><li><p>Life Insurance</p></li><li><p>Vacation and Holiday Pay</p></li><li><p>Registered Retirement Savings Plan</p></li><li><p>Training and Advancement opportunities</p></li><li><p>Birthdays Off</p></li><li><p>Philanthropic Opportunities</p></li><li><p>Referral Program</p></li><li><p>Partial Gym Membership Paid</p></li><li><p>Team Building Events</p></li></ul><p></p><p><i>Everforth TopBloc is an Equal Opportunity Employer</i><br>#LI-REMOTE</p><p></p><p>Everforth TopBloc is not currently able to provide sponsorship for work permits or visas for this role. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.</p><p></p><p><i>In accordance with Ontario’s Employment Standards Act, the expected base salary range for this existing vacancy is $110,000 – $160,000 CAD annually.</i></p><p></p><p><i>Everforth TopBloc is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. TopBloc/Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact Careers@topbloc.com.</i></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

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